Pearlstone Center is a dynamic and multi-faceted 180-acre campus that is home to a retreat center, educational programs, and an organic farm.

Farm Associate is a full or part-time position that assists in the day-to-day operations and routine farm stewardship tasks to grow healthy crops and create beautiful living educational spaces. The Farm Associate reports to the Farm or U-Pick Manager. This is a learn-by-doing, hands-on experience opportunity for those who are interested in organic farming as a potential career path.

Tasks and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
– Farm Work including seeding, transplanting, cultivation, weeding, plant care, harvesting, washing, post-harvest handling, materials handling, floral harvesting, floral arranging, order packing, delivery, equipment usage, project-specific tasks, animal chores, and animal husbandry.
– Aid in daily and weekend care of greenhouse transplant production, plant health, pest management.
– Participate in harvest, pack and customer service during the U-Pick berry season.
– Work with other volunteers and crew members over the season as part of an effective field crew.
– Work closely with the Farm Manager and other Farm Associates to execute farm tasks.

Pearlstone Employee Standards:
-Be a team player
– Sustain a positive, enthusiastic and professional attitude at all times
– Accommodate requests with a smile and “let me see what I can do” attitude
– Adhere to supervisor directives
– Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor
– Arrive prior to the scheduled starting time, properly dressed and prepared to work
– Perform all duties in a timely, accurate, honest, and professional manner

Education and Experience:
– Strong interest in sustainable agriculture and desire to learn.
– High-school degree required

Skills/Requirements:
– Good verbal and written communication skills in English.
– Strong time management skills.
– Detail oriented and able to multi-task.
– Ability to work independently and work well in a team environment.
– Flexibility to accept new responsibilities and direction as necessary.
– Needs to be receptive to and accepting of guidance from others.

Physical Demands:
– Stand for long periods of time
– Move and/or lift to 50 pounds
– Work in all weather conditions
– Must have reliable transportation

Compensation
$17/hour, 37.5 hours per week

All interested candidates please send resumes to Farm and Land Stewardship Director Connor Horne – chorne@pearlstonecenter.org.

Category:
Jobs
Region:
Baltimore & Central Maryland
Address:
5425 Mt Gilead Road

Reisterstown, Maryland 21136
Contact Name:
Connor Horne
Contact Email:
chorne@pearlstonecenter.org
Date Posted:
03/18/2026